MARINE ONE STATIONED IN CALHOUN DURING PRESIDENTIAL VISIT
Marine One, the President’s official helicopter, was stationed at Tom B. David Airport in Calhoun on Thursday while President Donald Trump visited Rome.
President Trump arrived in Rome aboard Air Force One and spoke to a large crowd at Coosa Steel. Marine One remained on standby in Calhoun throughout the afternoon during the visit.
CALHOUN POLICE OFFICERS HAILED AS HEROES AFTER BRIDGE RESCUE
Two Calhoun Police officers are being recognized for their swift actions in preventing a woman from jumping off a bridge on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026.
Around 4:30 p.m., Officer Andrew Hooker was alerted by a concerned citizen about a woman sitting on the outside of the bridge railing on Oothcalooga Street near Pine Street. Upon arrival, Officer Hooker found the woman visibly distressed and crying while on her phone.
Believing she was in immediate danger, Hooker removed his vest and attempted to pull her to safety. During a struggle, the woman locked her feet between the rails and shifted her weight forward in an apparent attempt to jump.
Corporal Joey Ulibarri arrived shortly after and assisted Hooker. Together, the officers were able to safely pull her back onto the roadway side of the bridge.
Police Chief Tony Pyle praised both the concerned citizen who reported the situation and the officers’ professionalism and courage, noting their actions led to a safe resolution.
NEAR-RECORD WARMTH, STORMS POSSIBLE THROUGH FRIDAY
The National Weather Service reports near-record warm temperatures will continue through Friday as a muggy airmass settles over the region. Highs are expected to reach the mid to upper 70s locally, with some low 80s possible across central Georgia.
Rain chances will increase overnight into Friday morning as a front moves through north Georgia and stalls over central parts of the state. Widespread showers and thunderstorms are expected, with another round possible late Friday night.
A few storms could become severe, with gusty winds and hail posing the primary threats.